Caffeine Free Watermelon Lime Refresher
Few drinks are as instantly satisfying as a tall glass of something cold, fruity, and bright on a warm day. This blended watermelon drink gets its punch from fresh lime juice and a hint of grated ginger, with just a touch of honey to round everything out — no syrups, no powders, nothing artificial. It's naturally free of coffee, tea, and any stimulants, so it's a great option for anyone keeping a close eye on what they're sipping throughout the day. The blending and straining method gives you a silky-smooth, pulp-free juice that looks and tastes like something you'd pay way too much for at a juice bar. A quick chill in the fridge before serving makes all the difference, letting the flavors meld into something genuinely refreshing. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of mint and a lime slice, it's as pretty as it is delicious.
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4 servings
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 cup cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes, lime juice, honey, grated ginger, and cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids left in the strainer.
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